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I purchased a 10 inch plate at a brocante in France. It has three marks. One a rose and crown that seems to have ND on it. Next, very faint a circular or half circle with RIDO and date of 1751. Last, what looks like an angel,standing on a curvy long figure (St George and the Dragon?) with letters A on the left, C on the right and what looks like a T between his legs. All are small marks, dime sized. Plate is in good shape. Around the salamander are faintly etched crosses-crossbars look like petals.
Appreciate any help.
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Brocante is about right. Late 19th or early 20th Century French souvenir piece with simulated 18th Century marks.
The crowned salamander was the emblem of Francois I of France, c1530. I do not think your plate is quite that old!
Martin
www.antique-metalware.co.uk
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Martin G Roberts
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Pewter of the 19th Century and earlier from the British Isles and Ireland. I can comment on origin, date, rarity, and value. I cannot give detailed information on 'art' metalware, Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Arts & Crafts metalware. See my website for more information: www.antique-metalware.co.uk.
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A collector for twelve years and a dealer for seven.
Publications
Journal of the Pewter Society
Pewter Society Newsletter
Bulletin of the Pewter Collectors' Club of America
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